2009 Nissan NP300 vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn Relay. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn Relay would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Relay (200 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (131 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan NP300 | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | NP300 | Relay |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
